Tag Archive: VUP Baby

The very kind people at VUP Baby got in touch lately to see if we would be able to review one of their fantastic products. We agreed to try the Lanka-Kade Book ends. They come in a variety of themes from fairytale princess to space designs and pirate ship. VUP Baby kindly sent us a set of …

Hidden PVC – hiding in your baby’s toys Even though most manufacturers claim that PVC/Vinyl without phthalates is not harmful, many experts question its safety. Some toys are labeled ‘Phthalate-free’ and many parents ask; ‘Is this enough or should I only purchase PVC-free’? The best bet is to look for toys that are 100% PVC-free. …

Identifying PVC in your child’s environment The good news for those of us living in the European Union is that some specific phthalates are prohibited in the use of certain PVC products. Three phthalates; DEHP – di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate, DBP – dibutyl phthalate and BBP – benzyl butyl phthalate have all been banned in the manufacture …